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Idyllic and Unique House on the Lake

Idyllic and Unique House on the Lake

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House view from lakeside
View of lake from living room
Lake view evening
Front garden
View from master bedroom

Overview of Idyllic and Unique House on the Lake

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Whitegate, Clare
  • Popular LocationAistear InisCealtra5 min drive
  • Popular LocationLough Derg5 min drive
  • Popular LocationLough Derg Yacht Club55 min drive
  • AirportGalway (GWY)71 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

Master

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

Idyllic and Unique House on the Lake

Located 300m outside Whitegate Village, this self-catering property is situated on a large garden the shores of Cregg Lake, a small yet tranquil lake that is ideal for fishing or simply for watching the beautiful sunset each evening on the lake. The lake is home to swans and ducks, and sometimes early morning or evening a family of deer can be spotted by the waters edge. The village itself is 500m away where you will find shops and the local pub and restaurant.
Lough Derg, Irelands second largest lake is just 3 miles away and is popular for both fishing, sailing and cruisers. Boats can be rented to take out on the lake or you can avail of boat tours to places such as such as the Monastic settlement of Holy Island. There are two golf clubs in the area - Portumna Golf Club is 30 minutes away and East Clare Golf Club is 20 minutes away. Mountshannon, the adjoining village to Whitegate, is a picturesque village on the shores of Lough Derg with restaurants, pubs, and live music. There are walks on the Clare Walk Way close to the village and a lovely evenings walk is to walk through the village and down the countryside, around by Williamstown Harbor and back up to the village again - 7.5km
If you want to explore the southwest of Ireland further, the town of Killaloe is 30 minutes away while driving. Galway city is an hours drive. The market town of Ennis city is a 40 minute drive as is Limerick City. You can be back on the Wild Atlantic Way within one hour and drive through the Burren which is famous for its beautiful limestone landscapes. Located at the Southwestern edge of the Burren and running for 14km are the famous Cliffs of Moher. Hiking enthusiasts can do the Cliffs of Moher walk which starts in Fanore, stop off along the way at Cliffs of Moher visitor centre and finish up in Doolin where you can enjoy a lazy lunch and Irish traditional music.

The house itself is bright and airy and has views across the lake to the dense forest on the opposite side. There are 4 bedrooms, 2 kingside beds with en-suite. There is one double bedroom and one single. The third bathroom is located upstairs in the renovated attic
The kitchen comes fully equipped and there is a dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer. There are towels and linen available. There is unlimited WiFi and TV.

Property manager

Rita Doyle

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Small or tidy pet , well behaved

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Dromaan

Located in Dromaan, this holiday home is on a lake. Punchbag Theatre and Killaloe Heritage Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Portumna Golf Club and Portumna Forest Park.

What's nearby

  • Aistear InisCealtra - 5 min drive
  • Lough Derg - 5 min drive
  • University of Limerick - 49 min drive
  • Thomond Park - 49 min drive
  • Lough Derg Yacht Club - 55 min drive

Getting around

  • Tipperary Birdhill Station - 50 min drive
  • Shannon (SNN) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Whiskey Still - 54 min drive
  • Larkins - 45 min drive
  • Cois Na hAbhna - 5 min drive
  • Kennedys Bar - 49 min drive
  • Canning's pub - 46 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Idyllic and Unique House on the Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Idyllic and Unique House on the Lake ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Idyllic and Unique House on the Lake ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Idyllic and Unique House on the Lake located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Lough Derg and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Aistear InisCealtra. Portumna Golf Club and Portumna Forest Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angelique W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super Haus
Ein sehr schönes Haus, genau wie beschrieben. Küche sehr gut ausgestattet, alles vorhanden was man braucht. Gewürze, Mehl, Zucker sogar Nudeln waren da. Auch bei Problemen wird sofort Abhilfe geschaffen. Kontakt per WhatsApp sehr schnell erreichbar.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kay H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Worth it!
Rita was an incredible host, and we have no complaints about anything! It was an amazing location for our first trip to Ireland and we hope to be back again!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary B., Cedaredge, CO

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So wonderful and peaceful!
My family and I absolutely loved this rental, and are completely thankful and grateful. Such a beautiful location, and centrally located. The washer and dryer combination is the best I've ever had in my various stays in Europe for the last 20 years! Not kidding! Rita, the host, is so responsive and helpful. Very happy with our stay! Thank you, thank you, thank you! :-)
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location to tour southern Ireland
We greatly enjoyed the property and the local community of Whitegate, including the Half Barrel Pub.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dean I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant
Past all expectations, absolutely beautiful part of the country will deffo stay here again fabulous
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Rita Doyle

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Hi, my name is Rita and I was born in Whitegate where the property is built. the house was built in 2003. We lived abroad as a family and this was where we could bring the children every summer so they could be part of a local community and spend time with their grandparents, cousins and aunts and uncles. They are grown up now and spread across the globe but today, they still regard this property as home and all the great memories that came with it over the years.

Why they chose this property

This property is quite unique in that it is situated on a small lake. When you look across the lake all you see is greenery at the other side which is rare nowadays. The lake itself changes on a daily basis. Some mornings you can wake up to a beautiful mist rising off the lake, other mornings it is wild and fierce and sometimes it is as still as ice. To top it off the evening sunset is stunning and something to watch each evening.

What makes this property unique

The house is beautifully decorated in antique Balinese furniture which actually blends so well with the architecture and environment. The garden is large and is full of greenery and shrubs. There is a Gaelic pitch down the road (you can cross the field to reach it) so hurling enthusiasts can easily walk down to see a local game and then ramble on up to the local pub for some fantastic home cooking, and local banter. My family all live along the lake also so any questions all you would have to do is ask. It’s just a beautiful, well loved house in a stunning setting.

Languages:

English, French
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